Who We Are, How We Serve

The Columbia Union Conference coordinates the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s work in the Mid-Atlantic United States, where 150,000 members worship in 860 congregations. We provide administrative support to eight conferences; two healthcare networks; 81 early childhood, elementary and secondary schools; a liberal arts university; a health sciences college; a 49 community services centers; 8 camps; 5 book and health food stores and a radio station.

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We Believe

God is love, power, and splendor—and God is a mystery. His ways are far beyond us, but He still reaches out to us. God is infinite yet intimate, three yet one,
all-knowing yet all-forgiving.

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Atholton Reaches Out to Community With VBS, Music, Chesapeake Conference, Atholton Church, Vacation Bible School, WGTS 91.9, "True North", Unspoken

Story by Evan Knott

The Atholton church in Columbia, Md., recently hosted two major outreach events that created significant opportunities for community engagement and evangelism.

With more than 170 children in attendance, Atholton held a high-tech “True North” Vacation Bible School (VBS), featuring a vibrant, immersive experience, complete with a professionally designed set, high-quality lighting, a colorful stage and a massive LED wall in the sanctuary. Each day, children were greeted by animated characters on lobby screens that brought the “True North” theme to life.

Story by Brian Carlson

Christian Record Services is pleased to announce the appointment of Pastor Dexter Thomas as its new president. With a distinguished career in ministry, advocacy, and leadership, Thomas brings a deep passion for serving the blind and low-vision community, as well as a proven track record of innovative outreach and organizational growth.